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In 1950, Australia used a virus as a biological weapon against millions of rabbits; scientists just decoded how they fought back, using DNA from a rabbit that once belonged to Charles Darwin

Australia's 1950 introduction of the myxoma virus to control rabbits backfired as evolution intervened. Scientists, analyzing rabbit DNA across 150 years, discovered independent populations in Australia, the UK, and France developed resistance through similar genetic changes. This ongoing arms race sees the virus evolving to suppress immunity, while rabbits gain…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

Best quote of the day by Charles Darwin: "Intelligence is based on how efficient a species became at doing the things they need to..." - Eye-opening life lessons on why surviving life's challenges begins with learning, adapting, and growing continuously

Quote of the Day: Charles Darwin's timeless insight reminds us that intelligence isn't measured by what we know but by how well we adapt when life changes. His words challenge conventional thinking, revealing that resilience, curiosity, and the ability to evolve are often the greatest strengths. This powerful lesson continues…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

Art trails, swimming spots and punt safaris, all easily accessible from Cambridge’s new train station

With Cambridge South about to welcome its first passengers, it’s an ideal time to explore some of the university city’s lesser-known treasures on foot or by public transport

The Guardian - UK · Jun 25

Portuguese proverb of the day: "Wise is he who enjoys the show offered by the..." The timeless wisdom that reveals why true happiness comes from observing life, embracing every experience, learning daily lessons, and appreciating the world’s endless wonders

Portuguese proverb of the day: This timeless wisdom reveals a powerful truth often missed in modern life. Real happiness grows through observation, gratitude, and learning. Every experience teaches. Every moment matters. Great life lessons hide in ordinary days. Those who appreciate the world deeply often gain lasting wisdom, inner peace,…

The Economic Times · Jun 15

Togetherness by Rowan Hooper review – a stunning portrait of cooperation in nature

This corrective to our habitual emphasis on competition had me writing ‘wow’ in the margins again and again

The Guardian - UK · Jun 15

A waltz over evolutionary timescales: why it’s so hard for animals to invent a new mating dance

“Love makes fools of all of us,” wrote 19th-century novelist William Makepeace Thackeray. A moment spent watching the pigeons at your local park suggests he was right: males with puffed-up, shimmering necks hop, pirouette, coo, and bow to capture the attention of unimpressed females.

The Conversation · Jun 14

Scientists reveal surprising mechanism behind Venus flytrap’s rapid snap

Intricate tests show hair-trigger detection causes cells on outer surface of leaf to soften, prompting closure

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11

Country diary: A tiny orchid with mighty powers of deception

Wolstonbury Hill, West Sussex: The fly orchid looks like no fly I’ve ever seen – its target insect is a wasp. And if you see one being pollinated, you’re one up on Charles Darwin

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11

Where did language come from? Nobody really knows, but the theories are fascinating

Humans are the only species known to use fully symbolic language: a system capable of expressing abstract ideas, imaginary worlds and endless combinations of meaning. But how did we get there?

The Conversation · Jun 8

This Science Quiz Starts Easy And Then Gets Brutally Hard – Test Yourself In 24 Questions

From the basic building blocks of matter and the forces that affect everyday life to the biological systems that keep living things alive, this quiz tests your understanding of general science. Whether you are a science genius or a curious mind, let’s quickly start with these questions:💡What field did Charles…

Bored Panda · Jun 8